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Cultivating Tomorrow's Leaders Today!
SSMA

Mission And Vision

The mission of Shining Stars Montessori Academy Public Charter School is to offer a quality Montessori education infused with culturally inclusive principles to guide children to develop to their fullest potential. The vision of the founders of Shining Stars Montessori Academy is one that seeks to alter the educational outcomes of children living in Washington, DC, thereby positioning them for future success. In keeping with our mission, we will strive to nurture the genius of all the children who come through our doors, guiding them in the principles of the Montessori approach.
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JOIN THE SSMA TEAM

The backbone of Shining Stars Montessori Academy Public Charter School students’ success is a team of exceptionally talented and diverse Teachers, Leaders, and Support Team. SSMA’s mission is to offer a quality Montessori education infused with culturally inclusive principles to guide children to develop to their fullest potential. We will love to have you join our team for the 2023 - 2024 School Year.
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SSMA 2024-25 Enrollment

Unlock your child’s potential! 🌎 From the founders of the digital giants to the icons of the science, arts and entertainment worlds, Montessori alumni are leading our modern society. Discover how Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS PreK-3 through 6th grade curricula nurture the next generation of global leaders.
We look forward to sharing information about our Academy with you and learning more about your child and family throughout the application process.
For more information, please call (202) 723-1467 or email [email protected]
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SSMA / CAPITAL AREA FOOD BANK

Join Shining Stars Montessori Academy's Family Market! SSMA has partnered with the Capital Area Food Bank to offer monthly distributions of nutritious groceries to members of the Shining Stars Montessori Academy community free of charge.
When: Monday, December 11, 2023, from 3 pm to 5 pm
Monday January 8, 2024 from 3pm to 5pm
Monday February 12, 2024 from 3pm to 5pm
Monday March 11, 2024 from 3pm to 5pm
Monday April 8, 2024 from 3pm to 5pm
Monday May 13, 2024 from 3pm to 5pm
Monday June 10, 2024 from 3pm to 5pm

Where: SSMA Campus (front and rear entrance(s) of the building)
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How do Montessori Schools Prepare Children For Modern Life?

When deciding what elementary school path to take, the choices are sometimes overwhelming. Many people think Montessori schools are only for preschool- and kindergarten-age children. However, there are many reasons to consider a Montessori school for your child’s formative years. Below are just a few of the most compelling arguments for Montessori education that tie into preparing your child for the future.
Montessori Works

WHY MONTESSORI WORKS

A growing body of research supports the effectiveness of Montessori education over a range of outcomes, including school readiness, academic achievement, executive function skills, and more. A recent large-scale study in South Carolina1 and an in-depth study in Connecticut2 have supported all of the findings below as well as showing gains across racial and income sub-groups.